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Tim Riley sits down with physical therapist Caroline Packard to tackle a topic that's often overlooked but impacts millions: pelvic floor health. Caroline shares her journey from personal struggle to becoming a specialist in the field, offering insights that go far beyond the common advice to "just do Kegels."

Caroline breaks down why pelvic floor dysfunction affects so many women (and men), why it's commonly misunderstood by medical professionals, and provides practical approaches to rehabilitation that consider the entire body. Learn why "common doesn't mean normal" when it comes to issues like leakage and prolapse, and discover how proper breathing techniques and body awareness can transform your core function.

This episode isn't just for those experiencing symptoms - coaches, trainers, and anyone working with postpartum women will gain valuable knowledge on recognizing and addressing these often-ignored issues.

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00:00:00 - Introduction

00:02:54 - Client experience with exercise-induced leakage

00:04:32 - Caroline's journey into pelvic floor specialization

00:06:49 - Frustrations with standard medical advice

00:08:30 - How personal experience enhances coaching

00:10:53 - Pelvic floor dysfunction explained

00:13:39 - Challenging the "it is what it is" mentality

00:17:00 - Caroline's personal pelvic floor health journey

00:23:54 - Why Kegels aren't the answer

00:28:15 - Healthy vs. unhealthy pelvic floor function

00:34:18 - The problems with belly breathing

00:37:54 - PRI techniques and proper rib cage expansion

00:40:20 - Simplifying breathing and body awareness

00:44:04 - Step-by-step pelvic floor rehabilitation process

00:49:10 - Pelvic floor resources for coaches and athletes

00:52:38 - Building an online business

00:59:03 - The importance of consistency in business growth

01:10:32 - Developing an app and comprehensive programs

01:20:26 - Lessons learned building an online brand

01:26:57 - Three key areas coaches should understand

01:29:17 - Post partum influencer rant

01:33:06 - Caroline's career alternatives

01:36:09 - Overrated vs. underrated pelvic health

01:37:25 - Unsolicited advice

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